Part III - Chapter VI — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Part III - Chapter VI

perplexity (noun)

The state of being puzzled or confused; bewilderment.

impudent (adjective)

Showing a lack of respect; bold and shameless in a rude way.

mirage (noun)

Something that appears real or possible but is not; an illusion.

insinuation (noun)

An unpleasant hint or suggestion of something bad, made indirectly.

hypochondria (noun)

In 19th-century usage, a state of morbid depression and anxiety; excessive worry about one's health or condition.

condescended (verb)

Lowered oneself to do something considered beneath one's dignity.

repulsion (noun)

A feeling of intense distaste or disgust; the act of driving back or away.

artisan (noun)

A skilled worker who makes things by hand; a craftsperson.

sinister (adjective)

Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen; threatening.

incoherently (adverb)

In a manner that is unclear, disjointed, or difficult to understand.

vindictive (adjective)

Having or showing a strong desire for revenge; characterized by spite.

loathsome (adjective)

Causing feelings of hatred or disgust; repulsive.

abjectness (noun)

The state of being extremely degraded, wretched, or humiliated.

benevolent (adjective)

Well-meaning and kindly; inclined to do good.

delirium (noun)

A disturbed state of mind characterized by confusion, hallucination, and incoherent thought.

plaintive (adjective)

Sounding sad and mournful; expressing sorrow or melancholy.